State Department unveils new travel website

Embassy of Ukraine

KYIV - On July 15, the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs released a completely re-designed, more user-friendly update of its Internet site, http://travel.state.gov. Visitors to the website will find that its appearance, usability and functionality have all been enhanced, with improved organization and navigational tools to help them find information more quickly and accurately.

One important new function included in the new website is the Internet-Based Registration System (IBRS) for American citizens traveling and residing anywhere in the world. The IBRS provides a convenient means for U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas to provide important contact data, useful in the event of emergencies, and to receive up-to-the-minute travel and safety information for the regions or countries on their travel itineraries.

The travel registration website replaces less secure, locally managed websites in use at many U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

Copyright © The Ukrainian Weekly, July 25, 2004, No. 30, Vol. LXXII

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